Sparks Among the Stubble
This podcast archives weekly sermons, classes, and retreats at St. Innocent Orthodox Church in Macon, Georgia. St. Innocent Orthodox Church is a parish in the Diocese of the South, Orthodox Church in America.
Sparks Among the Stubble
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When You Have Nothing Left to Give, Give It to God.
Have you ever felt like you're simply not enough?Whether it's raising a family, caring for others, battling sin, or just trying to keep up with life's demands, many of us eventually reach the end of our own strength. In this homily, Fr....
What Good Is Correct Doctrine If It Doesn't Change You?
On the Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the First Six Ecumenical Councils, Fr. reflects on why the Church fought so fiercely to preserve the truth about Christ—and why correct doctrine alone is not enough.The Fathers safeguarded the faith ...
Why Are We So Empty? Christ Can Fill Us Again.
In this Sunday's homily, we reflect on St. Paul's teaching that each of us has received gifts of grace—not merely for ourselves, but for the building up of the Body of Christ. As we seek to be filled with God's presence through prayer, worship,...
Patriotism, Repentance, and the Christian Calling
As Americans celebrate Independence Day, Orthodox Christians have much to be grateful for, especially the freedom to worship, raise our families in the faith, and pursue holiness without fear of persecution.But gratitude also comes with...
Prepare for Your Martyrdom
As the Church prepares to celebrate the Feast of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul, Fr. Theophan reflects on the lives of these two great saints and what they reveal about the Christian life. Far from promising comfort, prosperity, or an easy pa...